Algerian constitutional referendum, 1996
A constitutional referendum was held in Algeria on 26 November 1996.[1] Held amidst the Algerian Civil War, the amendments would prohibit the use of Islam and ethnic identity in domestic politics. Despite calls for a boycott, the amendments were approved by 85.8% of voters with a 79.8% turnout.[2] Parliamentary elections were held the following year.
Results
| Choice |
Votes |
% |
| For |
10,945,321 |
85.8 |
| Against |
1,809,793 |
14.2 |
| Invalid/blank votes |
359,363 |
- |
| Total |
13,114,477 |
100 |
| Source: Nohlen et al. |
References
- ^ Algeria 1989 Constitution Writing and Conflict Resolution
- ^ Nohlen, D, Krennerich, M & Thibaut, B (1999) Elections in Africa: A data handbook, p55 ISBN 0198296452